Subaru Crosstrek Service Bulletins (2014)

239 manufacturer communications on file.

• March 1, 2019•Document ID: 10160512

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH

  Mfr Comm. #:

  WUE-90

  Date Added:

  May 28, 2019

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain Crosstrek, Forester, Impreza, and WRX vehicles to replace the brake lamp switch. A total of 1,303,530 U.S. vehicles will be affected by this recall.

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• February 22, 2019•Document ID: 10155225

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT

  Mfr Comm. #:

  02-178-18R

  Date Added:

  March 25, 2019

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This Service Information bulletin announces a design change made to the rubber timing hole access plug to improve its retention and prevent water intrusion into the converter case.

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• February 20, 2019•Document ID: 10155220

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:CONTROL MODULE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

  Mfr Comm. #:

  16-112-18R

  Date Added:

  March 25, 2019

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin announces a design change to the CVT select lever (shifter) mechanism in response to isolated customer concerns of not being able to remove the key from the ignition switch when the vehicle is in Park. The cause is contamination of the Park-Range switch internal components.

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• January 29, 2019•Document ID: 10154423

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  16-119-19

  Date Added:

  March 11, 2019

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This Service Information bulletin announces availability of a new control valve assembly (valve body) designed to prevent false detection of DTC P0841 and / or illumination of the AT Temp light. Testing has revealed in some limited cases, air bubbles (aerated fluid) may enter certain pressure circuits within the control valve assembly causing fluid pressure control and adjustment to be calculated incorrectly resulting in DTC P0841. The shape of these circuits has been changed to prevent this occurrence.

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• January 25, 2019•Document ID: 10154420

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  07-147-19

  Date Added:

  March 11, 2019

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  In the Service Manual for the CROSSTREK hybrid model, the diagnostic procedures for P1C06 and P1C07, which are DTCs for checking the relay, have no steps for specifically checking the relay. Therefore, if trouble occurs in the 12 V battery relay, the Hybrid Power Control Module (HPCM) ends up being replaced even though nothing may be wrong with it.

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• January 25, 2019•Document ID: 10154419

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

  Mfr Comm. #:

  06-68-19

  Date Added:

  March 11, 2019

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This Service Information bulletin announces instruction for application of additional lubrication between the brake caliper support and pad clips. This will prevent the pad from dragging due to corrosion buildup which may result in uneven or premature wear of the replacement brake pads. This additional instruction applies to all models with brake pads using the upper and lower pad clips and has been added to the brake pad installation procedures found in the related Service Manuals.

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• January 10, 2019•Document ID: 10154207

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; AIR BAGS

  Mfr Comm. #:

  17-17-13R

  Date Added:

  March 11, 2019

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This Bulletin provides information regarding Event Data Recorder (EDR) functionality which has been incorporated into the airbag system.

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• December 20, 2018•Document ID: 10153622

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS; EXTERIOR LIGHTING; EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS

  Mfr Comm. #:

  07-144-18

  Date Added:

  February 25, 2019

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin announces a change made to the assembly process of the rear combination lamps to enhance the seal between the lens and body. This change optimizes the lamp?s water resistance by using advanced lens sealing and plastic welding processes during assembly. (Crosstrek Hybrid)

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• November 27, 2018•Document ID: 10153212

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

  Mfr Comm. #:

  11-185-18

  Date Added:

  February 19, 2019

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin announces availability of reprogramming files to optimize the Battery Energy Control Unit (BECU) which is a component part of the HEV battery pack. The new files address the BECU logic used for detection of the HEV battery pack temperature. After the engine is shut off, the battery pack generates a certain amount of self-discharge heat by design. Existing BECU logic uses a threshold for the amount of this heat which is too low. As a result, the Hybrid Motor Assist Regeneration (HEV battery recharge) system and Auto Start Stop features stop operating. In addition to these reprogramming files to address this condition, a design change was made to the replacement battery pack in support of this software update.

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• November 14, 2018•Document ID: 10153187

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ENGINE

  Mfr Comm. #:

  07-133-18

  Date Added:

  February 19, 2019

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This Service Information Bulletin announces design changes to the engine?s knock sensor which will help improve vehicle assembly line efficiency and increase durability. In some cases, the Check Engine light may illuminate and a knock sensor-related DTC set in the ECM memory: P0327, P0328, P0332 and P0333. The knock sensor for DIT engines is now utilized for NA engines to improve durability and resistance to heat.

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• November 9, 2018•Document ID: 10153182

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  STEERING; STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  04-24-18

  Date Added:

  February 19, 2019

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin announces a new Electronic Power Steering (EPS) control module for the models listed above. These new EPS control modules address a limited number of customer concerns regarding increased steering effort which may occur during freezing temperatures after a cold start. The cause has been identified as a frozen relay contact inside the control module. Illumination of the EPS warning lamp can also occur and a DTC C2532 may be stored.

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• November 6, 2018•Document ID: 10153178

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  POWER TRAIN; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

  Mfr Comm. #:

  16-112-18R

  Date Added:

  February 19, 2019

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin announces a design change to the CVT select lever (shifter) mechanism in response to isolated customer concerns of not being able to remove the key from the ignition switch when the vehicle is in Park. The cause is contamination of the Park-Range switch internal components.

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• October 26, 2018•Document ID: 10150949

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  POWER TRAIN; EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

  Mfr Comm. #:

  03-82-18

  Date Added:

  December 10, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This Service Information bulletin announces a design change to the clutch release bearing used on the models as listed above. During assembly of the bearing, a different type of grease is used which has a higher resistance to heat. In cases where the operator keeps a foot on the clutch pedal for extended periods, an increased amount of heat is generated which can cause the grease inside the bearing to deteriorate. In a case of prolonged clutch pedal application, seizure of the bearing can occur with potential damage to other related components.

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• October 26, 2018•Document ID: 10150924

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  POWER TRAIN; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

  Mfr Comm. #:

  03-82-18

  Date Added:

  December 10, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This Service Information bulletin announces a design change to the clutch release bearing used on the models as listed above. During assembly of the bearing, a different type of grease is used which has a higher resistance to heat. In cases where the operator keeps a foot on the clutch pedal for extended periods, an increased amount of heat is generated which can cause the grease inside the bearing to deteriorate. In a case of prolonged clutch pedal application, seizure of the bearing can occur with potential damage to other related components.

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• October 9, 2018•Document ID: 10150932

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES; STRUCTURE:BODY

  Mfr Comm. #:

  12-251-18

  Date Added:

  December 10, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin provides a service procedure to address a gap between the top edge of the door and the instrument panel on the models listed as shown in the photo below. The gap may also make the glove box door difficult to close fully.There is a latch to keep the glove box closed on both sides of the glove box door. If the door is closed without using enough force to engage both latches or by pushing it shut on just one side instead of in the middle, one may close and not the other. Over time, if the door is not fully closed with both latches, high cabin temperatures along with weight of the items inside the glove box may cause the assembly to deform slightly and a gap to develop.

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• October 9, 2018•Document ID: 10150887

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL; STRUCTURE:BODY; STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS

  Mfr Comm. #:

  12-251-18

  Date Added:

  December 10, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This bulletin provides a service procedure to address a gap between the top edge of the door and the instrument panel on the models listed as shown in the photo below. The gap may also make the glove box door difficult to close fully.There is a latch to keep the glove box closed on both sides of the glove box door. If the door is closed without using enough force to engage both latches or by pushing it shut on just one side instead of in the middle, one may close and not the other. Over time, if the door is not fully closed with both latches, high cabin temperatures along with weight of the items inside the glove box may cause the assembly to deform slightly and a gap to develop.

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• September 27, 2018•Document ID: 10146486

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

  Mfr Comm. #:

  10-86-17R

  Date Added:

  November 5, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  A design change was made to the blower motor assembly to address the following customer concerns: ? Blower fan is either inoperative or only operates on high speed. ? Excessive rotational-type sound heard when the fan is operating.

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• September 18, 2018•Document ID: 10146480

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH

  Mfr Comm. #:

  07-128-18R

  Date Added:

  November 5, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  This Service Information bulletin provides a measurement and adjustment procedure for the stop lamp switch. An improperly adjusted (or faulty) stop lamp switch can cause any of the DTCs listed above to set and result in the related system?s warning lamp to illuminate.

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• August 21, 2018•Document ID: 10144883

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; EQUIPMENT

  Mfr Comm. #:

  18-194-18

  Date Added:

  October 1, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  The purpose of this bulletin is to provide a description of current changes to Service Manuals available via the Subaru Technical Information System (STIS) web site. The tables contained within this bulletin are to be used as guides for becoming aware of the latest changes. We advise you to always refer to the STIS web site when looking for the latest Service information

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• August 1, 2018•Document ID: 10144874

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT; ENGINE

  Mfr Comm. #:

  02-177-18

  Date Added:

  October 1, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  SUBARU

  Summary

  In conjunction with the launch of our new Remanufactured FB Engine Short Block Program, SOA would like to reinforce Core Return Policy (See Parts Policy & Procedures Manual ? Section 12.3 Core Returns ? Reman) and provide suggestions for removal and handling of the short block.

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